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RE: Anyone else tried those mushroom-style roof vents on sheds?
I’ve worked on a few sheds where folks wanted those mushroom-style vents, and I’ll admit, they’re a mixed bag. They can help, but only if you’re careful about placement and make sure there’s a clear path for air to flow....
RE: If underlayments could talk: which one would outlast the others?
Double taping the seams isn’t always standard, but it’s definitely something a lot of crews do now with synthetic underlayment, especially in places where wind is a problem. I’ve seen felt get shredded in a single storm ...
RE: When sparks fly: imagining a wildfire-proof neighborhood
That’s the truth - install matters way more than people think. I’ve seen folks use top-notch mesh and then just slap it up with a few staples, and next thing you know, the wind’s ripped it loose or mice have chewed right...
RE: How often do you actually get your business roof checked?
That’s pretty much how it goes - sometimes the gadgets just can’t compete with a flashlight and a bit of elbow grease. I’ve seen those thermal scans work wonders in dry, cool weather, but after a rain or when humidity’s ...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
Running your hand along the seams is classic - sometimes you can feel trouble before you see it, right? I’ll admit, I’ve done the headlamp thing a couple times, usually after a hailstorm when I’m paranoid about missing s...
RE: What I Wish I Knew Before Installing Gutter Guards
Tried micro-mesh on my folks’ place last fall - big maple and a monster pine right over the gutters. They do block out the big stuff, but pine needles still pile up on top and need brushing off. At least you don’t get sl...
RE: Trying to pick a shingle that won’t cook my attic - Malarkey worth it?
Malarkey’s a solid shingle, but honestly, I’ve seen just as much attic heat with premium brands if the venting isn’t right. If you’re worried about cooking the attic, I’d double-check your baffles and make sure nothing’s...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
Reflective paint’s one of those things that sounds great in theory, but I’m with you - it didn’t do much for my folks’ place either. Maybe a couple degrees cooler in the attic, but not enough to notice unless you’re up t...